1999 BMW 318 ti
Problem for BMW 1999 318 ti

Idle problem




By jorijes on Apr 17, 2009

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i have a 2000 318i e46 with idle problem.
when cold it just won't start or start only about 1 second then die.
if i push accel pedal a little, it start and the rpm steady at 1000 then slowly dropped to 750 as the engine getting warm, then idle becomes erratic but the engine still running, the exhaust smell raw gas. With air-con on the rpm increase to about 900 but still erratic. No-problem at all when i speed the car, but when the car stop the idle is even worse unless i shift to neutral, it returns to it's initial erratic state.
I have checked the ICV and it is OK. Can anyone help me with my problem? Thanks

Solution #1

posted on Apr 28, 2009
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Try to disconnect the Air Flow Meter. It is the first plug just before the air filter/air intake box. If this improves your situation you will need to source a new or aftermarket Air Flow Meter.
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